Test Code LAB1234546 Albumin, Spinal Fluid
Ordering Guidance
The SFIG / Cerebrospinal Fluid IgG Index Profile, Serum and Spinal Fluid, in conjunction with OLIG / Oligoclonal Banding, Serum and Spinal Fluid is the recommended test for evaluation of multiple sclerosis.
Specimen Required
Specimen Type: Spinal fluid
Container/Tube: Sterile vial
Specimen Volume: 1 mL
Collection Instructions: Label specimen as spinal fluid.
Useful For
Assessment of blood-brain barrier permeability
Reporting Name
Albumin, CSFSpecimen Type
CSFSpecimen Minimum Volume
0.5 mL
Specimen Stability Information
Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
---|---|---|---|
CSF | Refrigerated (preferred) | 28 days | |
Frozen | 28 days | ||
Ambient | 14 days |
Reject Due To
Gross hemolysis | OK |
Reference Values
0.0-27.0 mg/dL
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Friday
Report Available
1 to 3 daysSpecimen Retention Time
2 weeksPerforming Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in RochesterCPT Code Information
82042
LOINC Code Information
Test ID | Test Order Name | Order LOINC Value |
---|---|---|
ALBSF | Albumin, CSF | 1746-7 |
Result ID | Test Result Name | Result LOINC Value |
---|---|---|
ALBSF | Albumin, CSF | 1746-7 |